SunKen Rock is a series that focuses on the story of Ken Kitano a young Japanese man who travels to Korea to find his childhood love Yumin. However he finds himself drawn into the world of organized crime and quickly becomes the leader of a gang. But is the real gang not the state? Scenario: Boichi is not a master of storytelling but he is far from being bad. The series is rich in action and intrigue with intense combat scenes and numerous twists and turns. The mangas strong point is the main character Ken. He is welldeveloped charismatic likable and above all extremely badass. His motivation and determination are a source of inspiration for readers. The other characters are also wellwritten with interesting backstories and complex motivations. The ending may be subject to debate but it does not detract from the quality of the manga. Rating: 15/20 https://i.ur.com/4HuLeeY.jpg Art One of the biggest strengths of the work. The landscapes cities and infrastructures are breathtaking. The action scenes are sublime with fluid movements and particular attention to detail. The bodies are meticulously sculpted and everything from weapons to cars to looks is done to perfection to captivate the reader. I deduct one point for the fact that Boichi sometimes cheats with photography in a few panels but honestly who cares? Rating: 19/20 https://pbs.tw.com/media/FqP8O2QWYAAxpEb.jpg:large Narration In terms of narration the series is wellstructured with a fast pace that keeps readers interested throughout the story. It never falls into boredom there are no longueurs or boring dialogues. The plot twists are wellexecuted creating tension and excitement for the readers. Rating: 17/20 https://i.pin.com/736x/13/06/61/130661cda3322ecf5b74a0849e472f4asunkenrockmanga.jpg Themes and Messages of the Manga: The themes addressed in SunKen Rock are diverse: Family: Many characters in the series seek to protect and help their family whether it is their biological family or their chosen family which can include friends or gang members. Loyalty to family is often a driving force for the characters and leads them to take risks for those they love. Illegal Activities: Drug trafficking prostitution corruption money laundering. Themes related to crime such as loyalty violence and betrayal are often explored in the series. Redemption: Some characters seek to redeem themselves for their past actions and find meaning in their lives. Redemption is an important theme for these characters as they strive to make amends for their wrongdoings or change their lives for the better. Cultural Identity: The series takes place in Korea and the Japanese characters in the series face cultural and linguistic differences. The question of cultural identity is therefore addressed along with conflicts between different ethnic and national groups. The series offers a reflection on life and the human condition. It also addresses the racism faced by South Asians in North Asian countries. Rating: 18/20 https://pbs.tw.com/media/EYeHbKdXkAEkrhi.jpg To conclude Sun Ken Rock is not just about fighting and explicit content but a highquality artistic work that addresses universal themes and has its own unique message that can resonate with a wide audience. SKR excels in its furyo/action genre and will satisfy fans of the genre. https://preview.redd.it/cwx6yx1o8c081.jpg?width=466format=pjpgauto=webps=3f8b5d0965229f61922ce3b3b1d86b523fb492ed Strengths: Ken Kitano Magnificent artwork Excellent pacing the manga rarely slows down Charismatic characters Learn a lot about Japanese and Korean culture Addresses tough and serious themes Pleasant touch of humor Evokes a lot of emotions Ultra badass scenes Takes readers on a journey through the manga Japan Korea Italy France etc. A furyo that packs a punch Weaknesses: Slight inconsistencies in the storytelling Controversial final volume Some scenes may appear unnecessarily explicit or fanservice which can detract from the immersion in the story.